1987 Dodge Omni vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1987 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Omni | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omni | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2855 mm |
